Hi everyone, it’s Rachel.
I recently graduated with a Bachelor of Biomedicine degree from the University of Melbourne and am currently a full-time MPH student in the concentration “Public Health Practice – Comprehensive Primary Health Care (PHP-CPHC)”. Coming from a background rooted in disease diagnosis and treatment, I decided to embark on a journey towards MPH, with a keen interest in understanding disease prevention, health promotion and addressing health disparities within communities.
The opportunity to pursue an MPH degree isn’t just a personal milestone, but a professional commitment to contribute meaningfully to the enhancement of population health. I am incredibly grateful and honoured to be a recipient of the UGC Targeted TPg Fellowships, which serves as a validation and big encouragement as I commence my studies at HKU.
My journey in MPH has been immensely rewarding so far, one of the most enriching parts being the opportunity to connect with classmates from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds, including those outside the healthcare realm. This program also allows me to view individual wellbeing through a broader lens. Biomedicine tends to concentrate on the molecular and cellular levels of diseases. Public Health, on the other hand, takes a more holistic view, considering social, environmental, economic and policy factors that influence health outcomes. Pursuing an MPH equips me with a unique perspective and skill set necessary to comprehend health dynamics at a population level. This transition from a micro to macro perspective has been fascinating, propelling me to explore the complex interplay between policy frameworks, community factors and healthcare access.
Looking forward, my aspirations upon graduating from the MPH program are deeply intertwined with my passion for effecting positive change in healthcare. I aim to leverage my newfound knowledge and skills to participate in shaping health policies that champion preventive care, advocate for equitable healthcare access and contribute towards building healthier communities in Hong Kong. I am excited to see where this journey takes me!
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